Why Everyone’s Obsessed With Hidden Hair Tattoos

Yep, we are indeed talking about the buzz cut. While this edgy trend has been doing the rounds for a while (Cara even rocked this look), this new type of buzzcut is a whole lot cooler.

The updated buzz cut involves shaving intricate patterns within the undercut to create tattoo like shapes. Dubbed a ‘hidden hair tattoo’, this new hair trend is ALL over Instagram – hashtagged #hairtattoo, natch.

While the concept of shaving patterns into hair isn’t an entirely new one (men have been doing it for years), this is the first time we’ve seen the technique being used specifically on an undercut.

While this trend is best showed off with a topknot it can also be easily hidden with your hair worn down – pretty nifty, eh?!

American songstress Madison Beer is one star jumping on the hair tattoo bandwagon. Just last week she showcased via Instagram a pic of her new geometric patterned undercut.

Is it just us or does this look very like Kylie Jenner?!

And when you search the hashtag on Instagram you find a whole lotta undercut inspiration. From simple and subtle designs to crazily complex patterns the possibilities really are endless.

Tempted to try this trend? These Insta snaps will be sure to get the creative juices flowing…

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